Recycling

There are four methods to recycle in the City of Rio Dell:

  1. Curbside Recycling: Call Recology Eel River (formerly Eel River Disposal) at 707-725-5156 to find out more and subscribe to a weekly curbside pickup.
  2. Self-Serve Recycling Bins: These bins are located behind City Hall at 675 Wildwood Avenue. Waste may only be deposited into the bins (not on the ground) and the area is video monitored.
  3. Composting: Yard trimmings and food account for 28% of all municipal solid waste. You can compost at home or call Recology Eel River (formerly Eel River Disposal) at 707-725-5156 to schedule a regular green waste pick up.
  4. Self-Haul: Specialty items can always be hauled to Recology Eel River (formerly Eel River Disposal) 965 Riverwalk Dr, Fortuna, CA - give them a call to find out more 707-725-5156.
Litter Decomposition Rates
Paper Takes3-5 Months
Orange Peels6 Months
Milk Cartons5 Years
Filter Tip Cigarettes10-12 Years
Plastic Bags10-20 Years
Leather Shoes25-40 Years
Plastic Containers50-80 Years
Disposable Diapers75 Years
Tin Cans100 Years
Aluminum Cans200-500 Years
StyrofoamNo Decomposition